04/09/2026
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"The first seven seconds of engaging with others matter more than you think."
This Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, the ACT Guidance and Counseling Center remind all of us that small moments of attention can make a big difference. Sometimes the people around us are struggling silently โ and noticing early can save a life.
Here's what to watch for:
1๏ธโฃ The Mood โ a sudden or drastic change
2๏ธโฃ The Words โ expressions of helplessness, guilt, or shame
3๏ธโฃ The Distance โ withdrawal from friends, family, or activities
4๏ธโฃ The Routine โ unusual absenteeism or drop in performance
5๏ธโฃ The Silence โ pulling away from conversations
6๏ธโฃ The Behavior โ risk-taking or unhealthy coping mechanisms
7๏ธโฃ Notice, Reach Out, and Respond โ be present, listen without judgment, and encourage professional help-seeking
You don't need to have all the answers. Just seven seconds of genuine attention can open the door to support.
Sources:
Warning signs of su***de. (n.d.). National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/warning-signs-of-su***de
๐ฉ Reach out to the ๐ผ๐พ๐ ๐๐ช๐๐๐๐ฃ๐๐ ๐พ๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐ง: [email protected]
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